I believe the taxpayer will be able to claim the credit. You can see following recourses:

1. https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/electric-vehicles-for-tax-credit#/tab-legacy

2. https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/credits-for-new-electric-vehicles-purchased-in-2022-or-before

How to Claim the Credit

To claim the credit for a vehicle you took possession of in 2022, file Form 8936, Qualified Plug-in Electric Drive Motor Vehicle Credit (Including Qualified Two-Wheeled Plug-in Electric Vehicles) with your 2022 tax return. You will need to provide your vehicle's VIN.

Murtaza Ismail CPA & EA